Sportbikes
1988Suzuki GSX-R 1100
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The 1988 Suzuki GSX-R 1100 is a lightweight sport-tourer powered by a 130-horsepower air-cooled inline-four engine, designed for riders seeking aggressive performance without excessive weight. Known for its agile handling and responsive 1052cc powerplant, this bike excels at combining street-going practicality with genuine sporting capability. Its 226kg curb weight makes it surprisingly nimble for its displacement class.
- Capacity
- 1052.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 225.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 130.0 HP (95.6 kW) @ 9500 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily as a fast, muscular sport bike for open-road blasts and occasional track days rather than gentle commuting.
- Built for
- A raw, torque-heavy in-line four with an old-school GSX-R attitude, favoring brute acceleration over modern refinement.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for beginners, off-road use, or riders seeking a plush, upright touring experience.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 1052.0 ccm
- Power
- 130.0 HP (95.6 kW) @ 9500 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5778 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 76.0 x 58.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.0:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 110/80-18
- Rear tyre
- 150/70-18
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1986 | 1988 | 1989 | 1991 | 1994 | 1996 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1052 cc | 1052 cc | 1127 cc | 1127 cc | 1074 cc | 1074 cc |
| Dry weight | — | — | — | — | 231 kg | 221 kg |
| Seat height | — | — | — | — | 815 mm | 815 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 19 L | 19 L | 21 L | 21 L | 21 L | 21 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Suzuki GSX-R 1100?
The 1988 Suzuki GSX-R 1100 has a Capacity of 1052.0 ccm (64.20 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 have?
The 1988 Suzuki GSX-R 1100 has a Power of 130.0 HP (95.6 kW) @ 9500 RPM.
How many gears does the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 have?
The 1988 Suzuki GSX-R 1100 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 weigh?
The 1988 Suzuki GSX-R 1100 has a Wet weight of 225.0 kg (496.0 pounds).
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